Phyto-pharmacological Review of Banafsha (Viola odorata) with Special Reference to Unani Uses

Authors

  • Imamuddin Mulla luqman unani medical college hospital and research center
  • Mariyam Roqaiya Department of Niswan wa Qabala
  • iqbalpatel khanwale luqman unani medical college vijayapur
  • Sazid alam luqman unani medical college vijayapura
  • Khalid Eqbal

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37591/joayush.v7i3.457

Abstract

Viola odorata Linn. known as banafshan in Unani medicine is being used in different systems of medicine since very old time. Vast description of this herb is present in Unani literature regarding its therapeutic uses in various ailments. Phytochemical analyses have also shown presence of different alkaloids and chemicals in this herb proving its medicinal importance. Also parts of this herb have been studied in animals for its pharmacological properties and few pharmacological properties have been also studied in clinical trials confirming the description present in Unani literature. Based on the knowledge present in Unani literature, research should be conducted on untouched medicinal aspect of this herb.

 

Keywords: Banafshan, Unani, summer season

Cite this Article

Imamuddin Mulla, Mariyam Roqaiya, Iqbalpatel Khanwale, et al. Phyto-Pharmacological Review of Banafsha (Viola odorata) with Special Reference to Unani Uses. Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy. 2018; 7(3): 21–29p

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Published

2018-11-28

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Vol. 7 No. 3 (2018)

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Research Article

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